Biochemistry Scientist
About The Position
Eurofins PSS West is seeking a Biochemistry Scientist (Scientist II / Senior Scientist) to support analytical development and characterization of monoclonal antibody (mAb) programs at a client site in Oceanside, California. The role performs platform analytical testing in a high-volume sample environment, leads method development and process improvement, and provides technical support and training to the team. The scientist is expected to work independently and promote best practices across the group. Eurofins Scientific provides analytical testing services across life sciences and multiple industries. Eurofins PSS is an insourcing solution that places scientists at client sites to operate and manage laboratory services using client quality systems and equipment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- 3–6 years of relevant analytical laboratory experience.
- Hands-on proficiency with HPLC and related analytical platforms.
- Subject-matter expertise in several complex analytical techniques, with the ability to challenge and improve current practices.
- Experience with ELN record entry and data review workflows.
- Experience leading method development or process improvement.
- Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail.
- Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with large-molecule (mAb) analytical platform techniques.
- Experience in commercial or high-volume laboratories.
- Data review experience for platform assays.
- Candidates within commuting distance of Oceanside, California are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Perform platform analytical testing across mAb projects, including titer, concentration, SEC, glycan profiling, CEX, cIEF, CE, reconstitution time, water content, excipients, subvisible particulate matter, appearance, osmolality, and residuals using HPLC, ELISA, and qPCR.
- Enter data, conduct first-level data review, and initiate and close ELN records as appropriate.
- Provide testing and logistics support to therapeutic programs, including robustness and method development studies.
- Lead and initiate method development and process improvement efforts to improve established processes’ accuracy and efficiency.
- Author procedures, reports, and technical documents.
- Train others on essential techniques and contribute to long-term training development plans.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and communicate complex technical topics to department-scale audiences.
- Prepare reagents, maintain laboratory and equipment, and support other areas of the analytical development group as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage, with dental and vision options.
- Life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
